wishin and hoping and plannning and cleansin
Last week I started a nutritional cleanse, under the guidance of my nutritionist, Meredith Doherty, that is recommended in Staying Healthy with the Seasons by Elson M. Hasas, M.D.
It calls for each day eliminating a food group until you reach just fruits and veggies, (which is where I currently am) and then a day of all juices and then building back the foods. I have opted to go into a ten day Master Cleanse to really try to ratify the changes that I am making in my life, by wiping my nutritional slate clean and really examining my choices surrounding nutrition.
Last Monday was the first day of the cleanse, it involved observance only and no necessary changes. I had two scoops of ice cream and tons of delicious pumpkin filled ravioli and then spinach filled ravioli for dinner.
Tuesday was no toxins. Meaning: No alcohol, no Coffee, no Drugs (I took this to mean any kind of over the counter prescription). I really appreciate coffee and love the effects on my mind and social behavior. I miss it.
Wednesday I stopped eating refined sugar and white flour. This basically takes out all processed foods of any type. Though my roommate Kristi got me a delicious raw dessert made of raspberries and almond butter. I have noticed how addicted I am to sugar. It is in everything. It is an additive and it is even in V8.
Thursday meant no meat. I eat so little of it, it was no big thing. I started becoming hyper aware of all of the smells of food. Most of the smells were heavenly, but I wasn't interested in consuming them. I went to Charmain Punx for meditation, and sat for the first time in a group other than my yoga class. It was a 45 minute sit, and I felt all these amazing sensations. Including thinking I could see my hands when my eyes were closed. Being unsure of where I was in time. I couldn't tell if I was far in the future meditating for the 100th time. Also an extreme pulsing section in my chest feeling the receiving of love and acceptance from an unknown source (maybe me). I enjoyed a big cottage cheese late at night.
Friday: no dairy. I had a hard time tonight because I love cheese. I love cheese fruit and wine. I had to say no. But the social interaction was fine without it. Friday night I went out to dessert with a distant cousin. I opted for herbal tea, and realized that I can say no to anything that I want whenever I want, and it is totally fine.
Saturday: No beans and Nuts. I love black beans, almonds, walnuts, hummus and chick peas...this was, though I enjoyed a sizzling bok choi over long grain mixed rice with garlic, onions, and olive oil.
Sunday: No seeds. No yummy Eden gossamo.
Monday: No Grains. This was sad. I have grown to love cous cous, and quinoa.
Which brings me to today: All steamed veggies and fruits, and tomorrow which is fresh squeezed juices and broths. I just bought myself tons of lemons, sea salt, teas, and body products (loofa, scrub brush, peppermint bath wash, johoba oil, scented candle) for the cleanse. I am looking forward to this time of reflection and intention.
Keep me in your prayers and thoughts. I will be meditating on love and all of the people who have clearly dedicated their loyalty and creativity into my life. If I am a little silent in the coming days, know that it is because my cell phone took a splash primarily, but also because I am taking care of myself and look forward to talking with you soon.
It calls for each day eliminating a food group until you reach just fruits and veggies, (which is where I currently am) and then a day of all juices and then building back the foods. I have opted to go into a ten day Master Cleanse to really try to ratify the changes that I am making in my life, by wiping my nutritional slate clean and really examining my choices surrounding nutrition.
Last Monday was the first day of the cleanse, it involved observance only and no necessary changes. I had two scoops of ice cream and tons of delicious pumpkin filled ravioli and then spinach filled ravioli for dinner.
Tuesday was no toxins. Meaning: No alcohol, no Coffee, no Drugs (I took this to mean any kind of over the counter prescription). I really appreciate coffee and love the effects on my mind and social behavior. I miss it.
Wednesday I stopped eating refined sugar and white flour. This basically takes out all processed foods of any type. Though my roommate Kristi got me a delicious raw dessert made of raspberries and almond butter. I have noticed how addicted I am to sugar. It is in everything. It is an additive and it is even in V8.
Thursday meant no meat. I eat so little of it, it was no big thing. I started becoming hyper aware of all of the smells of food. Most of the smells were heavenly, but I wasn't interested in consuming them. I went to Charmain Punx for meditation, and sat for the first time in a group other than my yoga class. It was a 45 minute sit, and I felt all these amazing sensations. Including thinking I could see my hands when my eyes were closed. Being unsure of where I was in time. I couldn't tell if I was far in the future meditating for the 100th time. Also an extreme pulsing section in my chest feeling the receiving of love and acceptance from an unknown source (maybe me). I enjoyed a big cottage cheese late at night.
Friday: no dairy. I had a hard time tonight because I love cheese. I love cheese fruit and wine. I had to say no. But the social interaction was fine without it. Friday night I went out to dessert with a distant cousin. I opted for herbal tea, and realized that I can say no to anything that I want whenever I want, and it is totally fine.
Saturday: No beans and Nuts. I love black beans, almonds, walnuts, hummus and chick peas...this was, though I enjoyed a sizzling bok choi over long grain mixed rice with garlic, onions, and olive oil.
Sunday: No seeds. No yummy Eden gossamo.
Monday: No Grains. This was sad. I have grown to love cous cous, and quinoa.
Which brings me to today: All steamed veggies and fruits, and tomorrow which is fresh squeezed juices and broths. I just bought myself tons of lemons, sea salt, teas, and body products (loofa, scrub brush, peppermint bath wash, johoba oil, scented candle) for the cleanse. I am looking forward to this time of reflection and intention.
Keep me in your prayers and thoughts. I will be meditating on love and all of the people who have clearly dedicated their loyalty and creativity into my life. If I am a little silent in the coming days, know that it is because my cell phone took a splash primarily, but also because I am taking care of myself and look forward to talking with you soon.
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